Malta, Valletta, Mdina, Rabat, Dingli, Attard, Ta Qali, Mosta, Cospicua, Vittoriosa, Senglea, Gozo, Comino, Catania, Syracuse, Ragusa, Agrigento, Marsala, Erice, Monreale, Palermo, Cefalu, Messina, Etna, Taormina
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Combine the rugged landscape and breathtaking coastline of Malta and its islands and tantalise your senses with Sicilian food and culture
Arrival transfer from Airport to your hotel. Afternoon spent at leisure. Overnight in Malta.
Half day tour of Valletta. See the Barracca Gardens with its view of the Grand Harbour, St John’s Co-Cathedral with its caravaggio painting and the Grand Masters Palace. End with the Malta experience multi-vision show that depicts the country’s history. Overnight in Malta.
Full day tour includes a visit to the Citadel of Mdina and its view of the island. Stop at the catacombs before proceeding to the Dingli Cliffs. Visit the San Anton Gardens and the Mosta church with its impressive dome. End the day at the crafts centre of Ta’Qali. Overnight in Malta.
Half day tour of the historical area begins with a drive past Cospicua to Vittoriosa. Discover on foot the old, narrow streets and buildings. Take a ‘fregatina’ for a tour of the famous harbour creeks, a unique way to view the fortifications. End the tour in Senglea with its watchtower in the centre of the harbour. Overnight in Malta.
Travel to Gozo. Visit the Megalithic temples of Ggantija, the Citadel in Victoria and beautiful Xlendi Bay. Free time at the local markets. Return to Malta. Overnight in Malta.
Make your own way to the cruise departure point. Board your cruise for a full day in the Blue Lagoon at the island of Comino. Cruise past Sliema, St. Julians, St. Pauls Bay, and Mellieha. Rest of the day is at leisure on the island. From June until October (weather permitting), a stop of approximately 45 minutes at the Crystal Lagoon is also included. The Crystal Lagoon is a perfect spot for divers and snorkelers, and it is one of the nicest and most sheltered lagoons Malta has to offer. Take a refreshing dip and explore the amazing sea caves located within this stunning lagoon.
Transfer to Malta airport for flight to Catania (flights not included). On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Catania.
After breakfast, depart for Syracuse to visit Neapolis, the archaeological park with the Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, Latomie of Paradise, and the Ear of Dionysius. Continue to Ortigia, the baroque old town, to see the Cathedral (built on the Temple of Minerva), Arethusa’s Fountain, and the Temple of Apollo. Enjoy a street food light lunch, then free time to explore. Overnight in Catania.
After breakfast, enjoy a guided walking tour of Catania, including the famous A Piscaria fish market with its lively, authentic atmosphere. Continue to Ragusa for a tasting of artisan cheeses and Sicilian specialties (light lunch), then visit the baroque old town of Ibla. Overnight in Ragusa.
After breakfast, depart for Agrigento to visit the Valley of the Temples, including Concordia, Juno, and Heracles. Free time for lunch, then continue to Marsala. Visit Baglio Donnafranca, a restored 19th-century estate once owned by the Florio family, with a cellar tour, wine tasting, and light dinner at sunset. Overnight in Marsala.
After breakfast, drive along the scenic “Salt Route,” lined with salt pans, windmills, and traditional salt houses, before reaching Erice, a hilltop town overlooking Trapani and the Egadi Islands. Stroll through its charming streets and enjoy a biscuit tasting. Continue toward Monreale with a light lunch of local specialties en route. Visit Monreale Cathedral, famous for its Moorish architecture and stunning Arab-Norman mosaics. Proceed to Palermo for an overnight stay.
After a buffet breakfast, enjoy a walking tour of Palermo, visiting Corso Vittorio Emanuele, I Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria, Piazza Bellini, and the Cathedral. Explore a historic local market before continuing to Cefalù, a charming coastal town, to see the Arab-Norman Cathedral and medieval washhouse. In the afternoon, drive along the scenic coastal road through Messina to Taormina. Overnight in Taormina.
After breakfast, take an excursion to Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano, reaching 1,800 metres to visit the Sylvester Craters and enjoy panoramic views of the Ionian Sea. Stop at a local winery on Etna’s eastern slopes for a cellar tour and tasting of wines with local cheeses and cold cuts. Return to Taormina, the “pearl of the Ionian Sea,” with free time to explore, shop, or visit the Greek-Roman Theatre. Overnight in Taormina.
After breakfast, the tour concludes. End of our services.
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In Malta:
6 nights accommodation in your choice of 3, 4 or 5* hotels.
In Italy:
4 nights accommodation in 4* hotels
1 nights accommodation in a wine resort
Touring with multilingual guide
In Sicily:
Touring with English speaking guide
Tours as per itinerary
13 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Shared return airport transfers
Transportation by air conditioned vehicle during sightseeing tours
Private arrival transfer in Catania
Entrance fees to the following sights:
Available to select at time of booking.
Entrance fees
Porterage at hotels on days 8 – 14 of itinerary
Cheese & Sicilian products tasting/light lunch in Ragusa including water and a glass of wine
Almond pastries tasting in Erice
Wine tasting and light dinner at Sunset in Marsala
Visit of a cellar and Wine tasting on Mount Etna
Flight from Malta to Catania
Tips and gratuities to tour directors, drivers and local guides
City and tourist taxes (these are paid locally)
Entrance fees to sights and tourist taxes
Hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling
Passport or visa fees
Any beverages or food not listed in itinerary
Baggage and personal insurance of any kind
Any other items of personal nature
All rates are based on twin/double share. Please enquire for single and triple rates. Rates are based on AUD. Availability is conditional on final confirmation from the supplier and is subject to change.
Rates do not include the Malta Environmental Contribution. This is to be paid locally to the hotels.
On days 8-14: For organisational reasons or health security, the itinerary may be reversed or modified without notice; in this case the operator ensures similar visits and excursions in accordance with the spirit of the tour program. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum of 9 passengers, the operator will guarantee the departure, with a minivan, English Speaking driver and Local Guide services where necessary, reserving the right to make changes to the travel program by giving notice within 30 days before the departure date.
Sequence of the tour portion is subject to change. Tour portion can be a combination of different regular tours therefore, coach change may be required.
The same people may not be travelling throughout your package tour.
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